Illumina
Staff System Architect
US - California - San Diego, USA · Staff+
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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$5,893 more — $124,093 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $124,093 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Computer Occupations, All Other" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Computer Occupations, All Other (15-1299) · Bakersfield-Delano, CA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know?
- Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.
- Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Responsibilities
- Build the information foundation for successful architecture activity.
- Create and maintain documents, models, & diagrams describing functional workflows.
- Develop system models that guide design decisions.
- Provide mentorship to sub-system engineers in the development of models that guide lower level design decisions.
- Develop, manage, execute test strategies for Critical Parameter Management which identify the sensitivities and acceptable operating ranges for input parameters relative to output metrics.
- Own the seams between teams, especially including the definition and documentation of inputs/outputs between hardware sub-system design and other teams such as software, firmware and electrical engineering teams.
- Lead teams through complex root-cause analysis in which there are many possible root causes that involve various areas of physics.
- Manage teams and projects including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
- Teams will include both internal engineering teams and external design & manufacturing partners.
- We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility.
Requirements
- Strong communication and presentation skills (ability to distill complex technical information into product decisions and business recommendations).
- Demonstrated experience with characterization and testing of complex systems, including design of experiments and root cause analysis.
Skills
- Demonstrated track record of rapidly climbing steep learning curves. Enthusiasm for tackling tough problems on an aggressive schedule.
- Proven performance in product development in an industrial setting, bringing a product from concept to commercial launch.
- Technically proficient in disciplines including optics, microfluidics, heat transfer, precision motion, and electronics.
- Fluency in the methods and vocabulary of nucleic acid analytical techniques and molecular biology.
- Specific experience with product development for laboratory instrumentation for biological analysis.
Compensation
- The estimated base salary range for the Staff System Architect role based in the United States of America is: $118,200 - $177,200.
Benefits
- Leverage Design of Experiments for efficient coverage of complex parameter space.
- Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package.
- We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
- Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.
Company info
- At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world.
- Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself.
- We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.
- We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.
Equal opportunity
- If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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